Assistant/Associate Professor: Organic Biogeochemistry & Soils

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Plant and Soil Sciences. The hire will lead a national program in organic biogeochemistry, collaborate with Soil, Agroecosystem, and Environmental researchers, and deliver graduate/undergraduate courses in environmental analytical chemistry.

The position emphasizes 12‑month tenure‑eligible responsibilities (80% research, 15% teaching, 5% service) with a July 1, 2027 start date and a

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in soil science, earth sciences, environmental sciences, aquatic sciences or related areas.
• Post‑doctoral experience in biogeochemistry and analytical chemistry is desirable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a tenure‑eligible research program in organic biogeochemistry with agroecosystems/aquatic focus.
• Develop graduate and undergraduate environmental analytical chemistry courses; teach alternating years.
• Provide service to department, college, university, and professional societies.

Skills

Mass spectrometry

Biogeochemistry

Analytical chemistry

Education

PhD in soil/earth/environmental sciences

Tools

High-resolution mass spectrometry

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Plant and Soil Sciences. The hire will lead a national program in organic biogeochemistry, collaborate with Soil, Agroecosystem, and Environmental researchers, and deliver graduate/undergraduate courses in environmental analytical chemistry.

The position emphasizes 12‑month tenure‑eligible responsibilities (80% research, 15% teaching, 5% service) with a July 1, 2027 start date and a